| Bacterial vaginosis and its implication in preterm labor and premature rupture of membranes. A review of the literature. | |
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PMID: 1757814 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Preterm delivery continues to occur in 5% to 10% of all births, with a perinatal mortality rate between 50% and 80%. In recent years, the role of infection with lower genital tract organisms in precipitating preterm labor/delivery and premature rupture of membranes has come under considerable study. This article reviews the mechanisms by which infection may play a role in these problems, with a specific focus on bacterial vaginosis. Clinical management issues are addressed, including screening of prenatal patients, diagnostic criteria, and treatment possibilities. |
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Authors:
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H D Reynolds |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Journal of nurse-midwifery Volume: 36 ISSN: 0091-2182 ISO Abbreviation: J Nurse Midwifery Publication Date: 1991 Sep-Oct |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1992-02-05 Completed Date: 1992-02-05 Revised Date: 2005-11-17 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0365647 Medline TA: J Nurse Midwifery Country: UNITED STATES |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 289-96 Citation Subset: IM; N |
Affiliation:
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Yale University School of Nursing, New Haven, CT 06536-0740. |
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Chromatography, Gas
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standards Female Fetal Membranes, Premature Rupture / epidemiology*, etiology, prevention & control Humans Obstetric Labor, Premature / epidemiology*, etiology, prevention & control Pregnancy Risk Factors Sensitivity and Specificity Vaginosis, Bacterial / complications*, diagnosis, epidemiology |
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